Carmanhall and Leopardstown Travel Guide
Dublin
Visit Carmanhall and Leopardstown
Popular places to visit
South County Business Park
South County Business Park is just one of the places to see in Dublin, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
St. Stephen's Green
Take a break in Dublin’s most popular public park with green lawns and flower beds, a stone bridge and statues, a swan-filled lake and a playground.
Guinness Storehouse
A tour of this pint-shaped hall in a historic brewery provides an intoxicating journey through the making of Ireland’s signature drink.
Dublin Castle
On Dame Street, south of the River Liffey in the heart of Dublin, stands the mighty architectural achievement that is Dublin Castle, parts of which date back to 1200. Over the centuries Dublin Castle has been a fortress and treasury, a royal palace and a prison. Prior to Irish independence in the 1920s, it was also the centre of British rule in Ireland. Today, Dublin Castle is a government building and significant historic emblem.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
Things to do
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
Top hotels in Carmanhall and Leopardstown
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"Bel hébergement avec possibilité de pre-enregistrement en ligne et arrivée autonome avec machine et impression de carte magnétique. Toutes les commodités sont présentes soit bsr, restaurant et même un beau parc à proximité"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"Loud music and extremely crazy loud heavy bass speakers played and vibrated our room until 2:30am every night. Our key stopped working for no reason whatsoever and left us stranded unable to use the elevator or get into our room. Don’t recommend if you need sleep. Don’t recommend unless you don’t ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
"Booked a deluxe double and was given a twin room. Had to pay 15 euro for parking on top of the room rate. Not a good experience."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"Staff was awesome"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"I had a great stay at the Marlin Hotel Stephens Green. It’s a stylish, modern hotel in an excellent central location on the south side of the River Liffey, making it easy to walk to most of Dublin’s top attractions. The breakfast buffet was very good, with plenty of options to start the day right. ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Clink i Lár
"The description of the hostel was right on. It was a great place to stay. We had a bunk room for 4 for our family and while the space was tight, it worked. We did have to rent towels because our space technically wasn’t private. That’s the only misunderstanding and they discounted the towels as a ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Carmanhall and Leopardstown
City Centre Dublin
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like Dublin Castle and Grafton Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Temple Bar
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Temple Bar. Make a stop by Dame Street or Olympia Theatre while you're exploring the area.
Howth
Unique features of Howth include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Howth Harbour or Dublin Bay while you're exploring the area.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Aviva Stadium and Royal Dublin Society.
The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Guinness Storehouse and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
